Hospice Of Limestone County
Athens, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011516)
CMS process measure: 98.36 (state average 97.92 — at state average)
Serves: 16 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (256) 232-5017 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Limestone County holds a 5-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 92% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.36 is at the Alabama state average of 97.92.
Hospice Of Limestone County serves 16 ZIP codes from its Athens, Alabama office in Limestone County.
Yes, Hospice Of Limestone County is Medicare-certified (CCN 011516, since 1989); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Limestone County, based in Athens, Alabama, is a Medicare-certified hospice serving families in Limestone County and the surrounding area. Its ownership is classified as "Other" in CMS records, and it has been Medicare-certified since February 9, 1989, giving it a long-standing presence in the community.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey rated this provider highly: it earned a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 92% of respondents saying they would definitely recommend the hospice, and 92% giving an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes are delivered, Hospice Of Limestone County scored 98.36, essentially at the Alabama state average of 97.92.
The hospice reports a service area covering 16 ZIP codes from its Athens, Alabama office. Families interested in coverage details should know that the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the survey and measurement periods CMS has published; families should check Care Compare directly for the most current vintage. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for a hospice, that generally reflects small patient counts rather than any indication of quality, and no such gaps are implied here beyond what is stated.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Hospice Of Limestone County is Medicare-certified (CCN 011516) since February 9, 1989, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
Family caregivers gave this hospice a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 92% saying they would definitely recommend it and 92% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS Care Compare data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 98.36, which CMS classifies as at the Alabama state average of 97.92.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 16 ZIP codes from its Athens, Alabama office in Limestone County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 16 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS records list its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type doesn't directly determine quality, but families may want to ask the hospice for more detail about its structure.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 9, 1989.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care is for people who have decided to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This isn't specified in the CMS data provided; please contact the hospice at (256) 232-5017 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't cover enrollment steps; please contact the hospice directly at (256) 232-5017 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care processes compare to state averages, and the range of ZIP codes served — all of which are addressed here using CMS data, but you may also want to ask the hospice directly about day-to-day care details by calling (256) 232-5017.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Limestone County (CCN 011516) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011516?state=AL.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh). Survey results are reported by family caregivers through the official CAHPS Hospice Survey; CMS publishes them only above response-count thresholds. Always verify current details with the hospice and Medicare before arranging care.